guna
What is another word for guna? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.
Noun — In Hindu philosophy, one of three fundamental qualities said to make up nature and personality: purity, activity, and inertia.
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Etymology
From Sanskrit गुण (guṇá), meaning "quality" or "attribute".
Full origin of guna →Frequently asked questions
What does “guna” mean?
The word “guna” means in Hindu philosophy, one of three fundamental qualities said to make up nature and personality: purity, activity, and inertia. In plain terms, a Sanskrit term for a fundamental "quality" — used both in philosophy (three qualities of nature) and in grammar (a type of vowel change).
How do you pronounce “guna”?
“Guna” is pronounced GUU-nuh (/ˈɡʊnə/ in IPA).
How do you use “guna” in a sentence?
Here is “guna” used in a sentence: “The teacher explained how the three gunas shape a person's temperament.”
What part of speech is “guna”?
“Guna” is a noun.
Where does the word “guna” come from?
The word “guna” comes from Sanskrit. From Sanskrit गुण (guṇá), meaning "quality" or "attribute".
How many meanings does “guna” have?
“Guna” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: in Hindu philosophy, one of three fundamental qualities said to make up nature and personality: purity, activity, and inertia.
